Whether you’re craving the lighting breaded, crispy fried chicken leg or sandwich from Pollo Campero, burgers that lowkey hit at BurgerFi or ‘this might actually be too spicy” Nashville style chicken tenders and sliders at Daves Hot Chicken, These local food places might be worth the visit if you are fed up with the standard fast-food spots.
Item #1 Pollo Campero
Pollo Campero, founded in Guatemala in 1971, has grown into an international favorite known for its uniquely seasoned fried chicken. The famous crispy chicken stands out from all its competitors for its original recipe that consists of a “special marination process with handcrafted breading” giving each piece of chicken a more distinctive and authentic taste while still adapting to local foods around. The menu consists of traditional Hispanic sides like rice, beans and plantains.
If you are craving something crispy, flavorful, or just something different from the usual, Pollo Campero is the spot for you.
Pollo Campero locations:
1:1665 5th Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706
2:160 Wheeler Rd, Central Islip, NY 11722
3:321 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743
Item #2 : BurgerFi
“Burgerfication of the nation” or more known as BurgerFi was founded in Florida back in 2011. Over the years, it has built a reputation for serving more quality burgers with a more modern and economical twist to it. The way BurgerFi separates itself from the typical fast-food burgers is that it focuses on using clean ingredients while also maintaining the savory flavor of a juicy burger. It’s known for using all natural Angus beef with unnecessary add Ons. This spot is for the people who are looking for something a little more elevated than a typical drive-through meal but keeping it quick and satisfying.
BurgerFi locations:
6234 Jericho Tpke, Commack, NY 11725
Item #3: Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dave’s Hot Chicken started off as a small little pop-up in Los Angeles in 2017 through social media. It quickly turned into a nationwide favorite. Specializing in Nashville style hot chicken, Dave’s has a range of different spice levels from “No spice” to “Reaper,” so there is no excuse to not try this even if you are a beginner at spice. The tenders and sliders are nicely coated in a fiery rich seasoning that helps give it its heat without losing its signature flavor. What makes Dave’s stand out is that they make a simple menu look extremely appealing, creating a worthy experience that keeping people coming back to taste all their different spice levels.
Daves Hot Chicken location:
207 Glen Cove Rd, Carle Place, NY 11514
Item #4: Yoyo Chicken
Yoyo Chicken, established in 2020, has created a reputation for making fried chicken fresh to order, unlike fast food places that rely on heavy grease or bad seasoning. Yoyo chicken focuses on seasoning flavor that soaks into their chicken, giving that signature all the way through. The thing that helps set Yoyo Chicken apart is that it is always consistent, you already know they are going to delivery hot, freshly cooked meals. The menu has much of a variety but keeping things simple, offering different wing flavors like classic, buffalo to sweet and tangy sauces so anyone can enjoy!
Yoyo Chicken location:
1: 528 Commack Rd, Deer Park, NY 11729
2: 69 Smithtown Blvd, Smithtown, NY 11787
3: 1801 New York Ave, Huntington Station, NY 11746
4: 4607 Sunrise Hwy, Bohemia, NY 11716
5: 4490 Middle Country Rd, Calverton, NY 11933
6: 2942 Merrick Rd, Bellmore, NY 11710
Item #5: Tony’s Pizzeria
Tony’s Pizzeria is a classic neighborhood staple that proves you do not really need anything fancy to be the greatest; you just need real good pizza. Serving Brentwood for about 30 years now, it is well known for its New York style, crispy crust, gooey cheese and their signature rich tomato sauce that keeps people coming back, including me. Tonys has more to offer than just pizza. They have many fan favorites like heroes, pastas, and garlic knots making it the spot for any type of meal. The hometown feel is what helps separate Tony’s from the rest.
Tonys Pizzeria:
159 Clarke St, Brentwood, NY 11717
If you are willing to try out more quality food options, you are definitely going to have to spend a tad bit more on each of these places listed above than at any local fast-food spot. Essentially, you’re paying for the quality this time, so this creates a balance for anyone looking for value without sacrificing the taste or quality of the meal.
